Wabble

To move unsteadily from side to side; to sway or wobble, often due to an imbalance, lack of stability, or weakness. This movement can apply to physical objects, a person's body, or even abstract concepts like a wavering argument or an unsteady plan. The term often implies a temporary instability, where the object or subject in question might regain its balance or stability. It suggests a lack of firmness and can be used to describe anything from a physical object to an emotional state or strategic position. The wobbling motion is usually a side-to-side movement and not necessarily a complete loss of balance, instead signifying an instability that may need correcting to function. This motion may or may not be rhythmic.

Wabble meaning with examples

• The old, rickety table started to wabble precariously as I placed the heavy vase upon it. I quickly grabbed the vase to prevent it from toppling, and realized one of the legs had become uneven. I carefully adjusted the legs until the table stopped wabbeling. Now the table feels steady and secure. A bit of wobble is often okay but the vase was too heavy to risk.
• After her long illness, Sarah's legs were still weak, and she found herself wabbleing slightly as she walked. She leaned on her cane, which assisted her ability to control herself. With each step, she had to concentrate to maintain her balance and not fall. The rehab was a slow process but she was still able to walk. She knew that the wabbles would decrease as her strength returned with time.
• The argument in the debate was starting to wabble as the politician struggled to defend his controversial policy. His opponents continued to question the details of the proposition. His initial composure began to crack, as his facts appeared shaky. The audience's skepticism grew as they questioned if his reasoning was valid. The crowd felt they had identified a lack of factual truth.
• The weather vane on top of the church wabbleed in the strong wind before settling in a new direction. The gust had changed, and the wind vane now showed a different reading of the wind. The wind was strong enough that if you were outside, you had to keep your eyes open. The strong wind made the vane wabble as it transitioned into its final position.
• The Jello on the plate began to wabble enticingly as the children approached, eager to grab a piece. Its jiggling movement teased them. One child had not eaten it before and grabbed for the Jello, laughing. The children were soon enjoying the treat, which provided a moment of excitement and enjoyment for each of them. The dessert's gentle motion was quite exciting.